Isole started up under the name Forlorn back in 1990 with two sole members Crister and Daniel. Some demo tapes were recorded under the 90's. Then the band went into hibernation a couple of years mostly because troubles with members quitting or living elsewhere. In 2003 record label I Hate Records contacted them and wanted to sign Forlorn, and we wanted a fresh start after the hibernation and changed name to Isole. A debut album "Forevermore" was released in early 2005 and was followed up with a 7" "The Beyond" in the beginning of 2006. The second album "Throne of Void" with a little bit darker sound than the critically acclaimed debut "Forevermore" and was released summer 2006. In 2008 they released the utterly slow and mournful "Bliss Of Solitude". "Silent Ruins", out February 2009, is their second album released by Napalm Records. "Silent Ruins", continues to forge forth in the tradition of the previous albums. The swedes once again indulge in their heart-sickened and somber brand of Doom Metal that only finds solace in a perfectly placed portion of deadly black epic. Profound compositions, hypnotic arrangements, and heavy flowing riffs, that not unlike molten lava slowly yet inexorably pull the listener down into its depths, are the core elements comprising this album. Gustavo Sazes (Firewind, Serenity) once again lends his artistic know-how to graphically convey a feeling of utter despair and isolation, while Peter In de Betou (Amon Amarth, Draconian, Arch Enemy) takes on the darkly work's mastering responsibilities. Rarely before have hopelessness and despair found such an elegant and becoming sound, making "Silent Ruins" a dark jewel that will not only appeal to the die-hard Doom Metal fan.
INSOMNIA
Isole Lyrics
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The spell was cast, distant words
Dark, a dark room
But I see far too much
Clear, clear my head
My thoughts they haunt me still
Feel, feeling cold
Darkness when the curtain falls, evasive falling down
But something is holding me back from my sweet dreams
Insomnia
Walk, walk with me
Towards a place without time
Hear, hear me beg
Please lay my soul to rest
Darkness when the curtain falls, evasive falling down
But something is holding me back from my sweet dreams
Insomnia
The lyrics of Isole's song "Insomnia" depict a person who is unable to sleep, as the title suggests. The first stanza talks about how the person has already tried to sleep but failed and feels like they are seeing things clearly despite being in a dark room. The second stanza expresses how the person's thoughts are still racing and they feel cold but cannot find a way to escape their insomnia. The chorus repeats the word "insomnia" as a way to emphasize the condition, and the next stanza talks about the person's desire to find a place without time, where they can finally rest their soul.
What stands out about these lyrics is the use of imagery to convey the situation. For example, the lines "Darkness when the curtain falls, evasive falling down" paint a picture of the person losing consciousness, but then being abruptly jolted awake. The use of the word "evasive" implies that sleep is elusive and hard to catch. The overall tone of the song is sombre and reflective, as the person grapples with their inability to rest.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleep, sleep no more
I can't fall asleep no matter how hard I try.
The spell was cast, distant words
There's an inexplicable force preventing me from sleeping, and I can feel it all around me.
Dark, a dark room
It's dark in my bedroom, but even with my eyes closed, it's like I can still see everything.
But I see far too much
My mind won't stop racing, and I'm constantly replaying past events or worrying about the future.
Clear, clear my head
I wish I could just stop thinking for a while and let my mind finally rest.
My thoughts they haunt me still
My mind is plagued with anxiety and negative thoughts that won't go away.
Feel, feeling cold
I'm starting to feel physically uncomfortable, like my body can't relax.
Escape is not my path
I can't find a way out of this mental state, no matter how hard I try.
Walk, walk with me
I wish there was someone or something that could guide me through this experience and help me find some peace.
Towards a place without time
I long for a place where I don't have to worry about time or deadlines, where everything is still and quiet.
Hear, hear me beg
I'm desperate for relief, and I'm pleading with anyone or anything that might be listening to help me.
Please lay my soul to rest
All I want is to finally find some peace and be able to rest my mind, body, and soul.
Darkness when the curtain falls, evasive falling down
As the night progresses, the darkness seems to engulf me more and more, and I feel farther and farther away from finding the sleep I so desperately crave.
But something is holding me back from my sweet dreams
There's an intangible force that's preventing me from getting the rest I need, and I can't seem to identify what it is or how to overcome it.
Insomnia
This is my experience with insomnia, a debilitating condition that's slowly taking a toll on my mental and physical health.
Contributed by Peyton W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cameron
What a fucking beautiful song